{"product_id":"the-accessory-handbook-isbn-9780399580802","title":"The Accessory Handbook","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003eA practical and inspiring guide to how to style, wear, buy, and care for every kind of accessory, from the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e best-selling author of \u003ci\u003eHow to Get Dressed\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCostume designer and writer Alison Freer is beloved for her sassy, rule-breaking fashion advice, which emphasizes that style should be fun, personal, and functional. Instead of prescribing what to wear or own, Freer empowers you to wear whatever you want—and shows how to pull it off—with humor and wit. In \u003ci\u003eThe Accessory Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e, Freer breaks down every type of accessory—from hats and hosiery to jewelry, bags, and shoes—and explains how to best shop for, care for, and wear each with flair.“\u003ci\u003eThe Accessory Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-have for the fashionable … or the fashion challenged. Alison’s advice—which covers everything from how to avoid buying a bad bag to turning a scarf into a shoulder shrug—is practical and perfect (and now I know what to do about the fact that every hat is too big for my tiny head!).” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Jolie Kerr, author of \u003ci\u003eMy Boyfriend Barfed In My Handbag … And Other Things You Can’t Ask Martha\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Alison Freer sparkles and makes you want to do the same. Her helpful hints on how to accessorize any outfit can turn a blah look into something special. With Alison's guidance and helpful hints, anyone can look like they paid for a stylist... without actually having to!” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Sara Rue, actress\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e \"\u003ci\u003eThe Accessory Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e hits that rare sweet spot of both deeply charming and incredibly useful, tackling all of your scarf queries, belt questions, and bracelet conundrums—admit it, we all have them!—with expertise and wit. It’s the next invaluable, timeless piece of your wardrobe.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Heather Cocks and Jessica Morgan, founders of Go Fug Yourself and authors of \u003ci\u003eThe Royal We \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eALISON FREER is an in-demand costume designer living and working in Hollywood and is the author of the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e best-selling \u003ci\u003eHow to Get Dressed.\u003c\/i\u003e She was the longtime fashion writer for \u003ci\u003exoJane\u003c\/i\u003e and is a permanent contributor to \u003ci\u003eFood52\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eNew York\u003c\/i\u003e magazine's \u003ci\u003eThe Strategist.\u003c\/i\u003eINTRODUCTION \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWANT GREAT STYLE?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e ACCESSORIZE!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It’s tempting to write off the idea of accessories as frivolous and needless, but every accessory first existed as the answer to a real  human need. Since the dawn of time, if you had to carry something bigger than your own two hands, you needed a bag. A diamond ring was portable wealth that women could carry at all times; umbrellas\u003cbr\u003e are mobile shelters; pins and brooches held capes and jackets closed long before buttons became a thing; and belts handily carried swords for easy access. Most people don’t feel the need to keep a sword close at hand these days (though if you choose to, I won’t judge), but the right accessory can still be a lifesaver: a good cross body bag leaves your arms free to fend off possible attackers, a light scarf will keep you toasty warm in an overly air-conditioned office; and a fierce cocktail ring provides a conversational jumping-off point in an awkward social situation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Accessories, as the name itself implies, are accessible to everyone. It doesn’t matter what age, shape, or size you are (or even the size of your wallet), there’s an accessory out there that will complement  fit, and totally elevate your existing look. Accessories are the great equalizer—true democracy in fashion. Inexpensive clothes can sometimes look poorly made, but a cheap bauble can look like a million bucks when worn in an interesting way. That little scrap of ribbon you’re wearing around your neck could be Chanel, for all anyone knows. Accessories are usually a far better investment than clothing, because you can spend a measly five dollars, wind up looking great, and nobody will ever be the wiser. Plus, they take up way less space than clothes do—so they’re far easier to store. Accessories even transcend eras—and a bauble from eighty years ago can look fresh and new when paired with a modern garment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Incorporating accessories into your everyday look (no matter where you’re headed) is actually far easier than the fashion magazines make it out to be—because half the art of wearing accessories is just remembering to put them on in the first place. After all these years, I’ve finally trained myself to always take a minute before I leave\u003cbr\u003e the house to consider if I own an accessory that would work with what I’m wearing—and I instantly look more put together for it. Put a sticky note on your mirror to remind yourself to do the same, and it will soon become second nature for you too.","brand":"Ten Speed Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46302473322725,"sku":"NP9780399580802","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780399580802.jpg?v=1767737993","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-accessory-handbook-isbn-9780399580802","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}